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Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

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Field Notes

Description:

The Hooded Merganser (uncommon) have rounded, fan-shaped heads. the male shows his white crest during mating. The female has a tawny crest and gray breast. 16-20 inches.

Habitat:

fores-edged lakes and rivers, ponds, marshes, occasionally in saltwater.

Notes:

Berlin Pond

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PublishedMarch 15, 2016

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